Established Camping
Rattlesnake Canyon
Rattlesnake Canyon near Prineville, Oregon, features rugged terrain with rocky outcrops and sparse vegetation. Temperatures can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 90s in summer. Visitors can explore the Lower Deschutes Wild and Scenic River, offering opportunities for fishing and hiking.
Description
Bureau of Land Management
Lower Deschutes Wild and Scenic River
Located at the mouth of its namesake canyon and along the scenic Lower Deschutes River Back Country Byway, Rattlesnake Canyon Campground is located 20.4 miles north of the city of Maupin, Oregon. Several campsites in the campground offer direct river access along a verdant strip of riparian vegetation.
Know Before You Go:
Rattlesnake Canyon Campground is open year-round with 8 individual campsites, one group-use campsite, a vault toilet and garbage service. No drinking water or utility hookups are available. No reservations are accepted; all campsites are on a first-come, first-served basis only. Campfires and smoking are allowed only from October 16 through May 31, annually, unless posted otherwise. When recreating on public lands, practice the Leave-No-Trace Principles.
Point of Interest:
Rattlesnakes? Yes, but they are out and about in all low elevation desert river canyons in the region. As predators, rattlesnakes play an important ecological role in keeping small mammal populations in check. Please observe rattlesnakes from a safe distance and do not attempt to engage with them; they want to avoid you as much as you may want to avoid them.
Fee Info
A Remote Off-Grid Kiosk (ROK) is available onsite for cashless camping transactions.
<u>Individual Campsites</u>:<br/> <i>Weekdays:</i> $8.00 per night<br/> <i>Weekends*:</i> $12.00 per night<br/> Additional Vehicle: $2.00 (excludes towed vehicles)<br/> Senior Pass Holders are half price (Individual Campsites only)<br/> <br/> <u>Group Campsites</u>:<br/> <i>Weekdays:</i> $25.00 per night<br/> <i>Weekends*:</i> $35.00 per night<br/> <br/> *Weekend rates apply June 1 through September 15 $8.00/night fee applies Sunday through Thursday nights, Friday and Saturday night fee is $12.00/night, Group Sites are $25.00/night Sunday through Thursday nights, Friday and Saturday night fee is $35.00/night. May 15th September 15th. There is a $2.00 charge per extra vehicle (tow vehicles excluded).
Location
Rattlesnake Canyon is located in Oregon
Directions
From Maupin, Oregon: Take Bakeoven Rd for __ mile, then turn left onto the BLM Access Rd/Deschutes River Rd at the Maupin City Park. Continue 8.2 miles to the stop sign at State Highway 218. Continue for __ mile, then turn left on the graveled BLM Access Rd. Proceed another 10.9 miles; the campground is on the left.
Address
Prineville District Office
3050 NE 3rd Street
Prineville, OR 97754
Coordinates
45.336445 N
120.931064 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Toilets
- Alcohol
